The purpose of this study has been to investigate the importance of colour in sloyd (craft class). We have reacted that colour is only used in limited extent. Not only in the teachers education, but also in primary school. We have researched for explanations in the history of sloyd education and its teacher. Thru background facts about colour, we want to increase interest for the use of traditional colour and experimental use of it. The use of colour gets connected to the syllabus for sloyd and gets explained in the discussion. To get hold of information to the study we have used a number of different methods. Browsing on the internet and on libraries has been used as well as interviews with experts to get a hold of proper literature. Studying of literature has given us a broad knowledge about colour and the history of sloyd. This alongside fieldtrips and interviews gives us the possibility to root in colour for historical and pedagogical use. As closure are we conducting an experiment where we will try out different samples and colours and if possible, do this with children. In the literature studies we are finding a lot of explanations who collaborate fore the weak position painting have in sloyd. Early statements and standpoints have played a big part together with teacher’s background and career profiles. Historically we have gained material that could inspire and boost the importance of colour in the classroom. Internet comes handy as a source fore colour receipts and historical connections. The experiment that puts a closure to our investigation shows that it is simple and inspiring to experiment with colour production if the conditions are right. It demands a suitable environment and a broad spectrum of ingredients and pigments.